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Audit Senior

Ascend, Keene, NH, United States


Who We Are Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a Top 25 firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition and training, leading quality management resources, best‑of‑breed technology, AI tools, an offshore captive, shared back‑office services, a catalytic leadership system, and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount today’s industry challenges to reach their full potential. For more information, visit www.ascendtogether.com.

The Role We are looking for a talented Audit Senior to join a dynamic team working with clients in a variety of industries. Our ideal candidate is an enthusiastic team player with a positive attitude who is passionate about client service, professional growth, and leadership. The candidate should possess proficient technical accounting and audit skills and interpersonal skills. A successful candidate has the ability to effectively lead project teams, deliver an excellent customer experience, and drive the professional development of the candidate and their team.

Key Responsibilities

Lead assurance engagements, including:

Assist in defining and developing audit strategy and plan

Monitor progress against audit plan, engagement budgets, and deadlines

Execute complex audit procedures

Review staff working papers

Manage day‑to‑day client relations

Provide support on process improvements and team initiatives

Develop and maintain client relationships

Supervise, mentor, train, and evaluate audit staff

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

2+ years of public accounting experience performing and/or leading attestation engagements

Ability to effectively lead and be a member of a team, providing support, building and maintaining relationships, and effectively communicating with team members

Knowledge of US GAAP

Experience in managing client relationships

Demonstrates integrity and professionalism

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Time management, project management, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or working towards CPA designation

Location At TSS, we’ve designed a flexible work structure that enables both teamwork and independence, enhancing our employees’ work experience while promoting personal well‑being.

What We Offer We hire good people and give them a good place to work. We truly believe that when you succeed, the firm succeeds, and we make sure you have whatever tools you need to make that success possible.

Unlimited PTO

Health, Vision, Dental, and voluntary insurance options

401(K) and match

Flexible/Hybrid work schedule

Performance Bonus

Annual Community Day + additional 8 community hours

Holiday donation drives and charity initiatives

Monthly casual gatherings, annual summer get‑together, and annual holiday party locally

Annual firmwide alignment

Commitment to professional development

Equity Program eligibility at Sr. Manager Level, + top performing Managers

How To Apply

Basic contact information

Resume/CV and optional cover letter upload

Work eligibility and compensation

Voluntary demographic & self-ID questions

At Ascend, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Ascend hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.

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